What are three top elements to consider when setting compensation and why?

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• Please use APA (7th edition) formatting 
• All questions and each part of the question should be answered in detail (Go into depth)
• Response to questions must demonstrate understanding and application of concepts covered in class
• Responses MUST be organized (Should be logical and easy to follow)
• Use in-text citations and resources per discussion from the school materials  
• The use of course materials to support ideas is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

“Need at minimum 3 pages”
Read Chapter 2 & Module 2 for discussions 1 & 2
Discussion #1
What is the difference between base pay and variable pay? Give examples from your own organization. Use at least one resource from the course readings.
Discussion #2
What are three top elements to consider when setting compensation and why? Support your answer with the literature. Use a minimum of one reference from course materials. 
Read Chapter 8 & Modules 3 for discussions 3 & 4
Discussion #3
Select the three benefits that you believe to be most important. Explain why you think they are important. Use at least two resources from the class. 
Discussion #4  
Select one benefit and compliance issue identified in Module 3 and share why you feel it is a potentially risky one of which all organizations need to be aware. Use a minimum of one reference from the class materials.  

FYI, You can use WesBanco as my employer/organization, Or you can use any org that you feel comfortable with.